National Register of Historic Places

Centennial Building

Port St. Joe, Gulf County, Florida
Listed
March 12, 1996
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
96000230

About this property

The Centennial Building (also known as the Civic Center) is a historic site in Port St. Joe, Florida. It is located at 300 Allen Memorial Way, across from the Constitution Convention Museum State Park. On March 12, 1996, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. In 2024, the Centennial Building was remodeled to include roof repair, joist repair and flooring repair due to termites and water damage over the years. It typically hosts events like prom, First Baptist Church's Fifth Sunday, and Port Saint Joe Junior Service League events among others.

Location

300 Allen Memorial Way
Port St. Joe, Gulf County, Florida
29.79351, -85.29532

Categories

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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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1.1 mi
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1.5 mi
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Questions about this property

When was Centennial Building listed on the National Register?

Centennial Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 12, 1996.

What type of historic resource is Centennial Building?

Centennial Building is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Centennial Building?

The period of significance for Centennial Building is recorded as the industrial era.

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